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Graduate Studies in Ethics and Political Philosophy (PHIL0133)

Key information

Faculty
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Teaching department
Philosophy
Credit value
15
Restrictions
background knowledge in philosophy required (normally a minimum of two philosophy modules passed)
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The course aims to provide graduate Philosophy students with an understanding of some central themes, theories and arguments in ethics, society and political philosophy. We鈥檒l address abstract questions about the intersection of the good life, the social world, and the role of the state. Syllabus varies by year, but the themes for this course are centered on some of the following topics: paternalism, consent, manipulation and coercion, the significance of freedom, tolerance, free speech, the ideal of equality, contractualism, utilitarianism, authority, needs and well-being, responsibility, 鈥�

This course is intended for students with a range of specializations, but some background knowledge in philosophy (normally a minimum of two philosophy courses passed before taking this module). The course is not suitable for conversion students.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
100% Coursework
Mark scheme
Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
10
Module leader
Professor Veronique Munoz-darde
Who to contact for more information
philosophy@ucl.ac.uk

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
100% Coursework
Mark scheme
Pass/Fail

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
9
Module leader
Professor Veronique Munoz-darde
Who to contact for more information
philosophy@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

Please note,听information in the catalogue is听subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2024/25 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model.

Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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